Job Abstract

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides occupational therapy services in accordance with the California Business and Professions Code, Occupational Therapy Practice Act, and consistent with the AOTA Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy;
• Upon physician referral, evaluates, assesses, plans, develops and utilizes occupational therapy programs to meet the functional needs of patients;
• Performs tests and clinical assessments within the scope of occupational therapy;
• Establishes functional goals based on therapist's evaluation, appropriate precautions and in collaboration with the client, family, and physician directing care;
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, equipment vendors, social workers, nutritionists, patients, and families to manage the rehabilitation program and specialized equipment needs of each patient;
• Attends staff meetings, assigned clinics, and rounds as directed;
• Initiates and maintains medical records of the patients rehabilitation program, status, and progress;
• Coordinates occupational therapy programs with patients, families, and/or caregivers and other team members/agencies involved in the care of assigned patients;
• Evaluates, applies, modifies and fabricates, as needed, specific static and dynamic splints and adaptive equipment to improve functional outcomes;
• Plans general and specific therapeutic exercises and develops customized home exercise/activity programs;
• Provides patient and family education to assist in the achievement of functional goals;
• Participates in the maintenance of equipment and recommending adaptive equipment/supplies;
• Clinically supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants/therapy aides, students and volunteers;
• Assists in the educational process of students and new employees;
• Participates in ongoing quality improvement and organizational performance; and
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Supervises the clinical skills of staff therapists;
• Supervises assistants, aides, volunteers, and clerical staff in the absence of the supervisor; may clinically supervise Occupational Therapists;
• Participates with in-service training;
• Assists in identifying and prioritizing department needs and overall planning; and
• Under supervision, develops and implements department programs.

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

Occupational Therapist:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy or proof of equivalency.

Senior Occupational Therapist:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy or proof of equivalency. AND
Two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as an occupational therapist.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Must possess a current valid California Occupational Therapist license at time of hire and maintain it as a condition of continued employment.
• Possession of a valid California driver license and proof of auto insurance may be required.
• Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate by date of hire. Once obtained, it is a condition of continued employment.
• Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

• the AOTA Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy
• normal human development
• human occupation and physical requirements necessary for functional activities
• self-care skills and therapeutic treatments
• splinting and adaptive equipment
• positioning for optimal function

• Activity of Daily Living skills and therapeutic treatments
• occupation therapy evaluations, procedures, and treatment programs for physically disabled patients
• the use and maintenance of equipment, especially that involved in Activities of Daily Living
• departmental processes and procedures

• assess and develop treatment plans appropriate to clients’ cognitive abilities and comprehension
• establish effective relationships and communications with patients, staff, and other departments
• make appropriate referrals
• communicate effectively in an oral and written manner

• apply and fabricate hand splints
• position patients for optimal functioning
• plan and clinically supervise the work of others

FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.

Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE – Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration.

APPLICATION EVALUATION – 100%: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether each applicant possesses the required licensure, certification, and experience for this recruitment. Those candidates who meet the requirements will be placed on the eligible list.

Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, and driving record may be required for this position.

For further information about this recruitment, please contact Nathan Wood by e-mail at nathan.wood@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5232.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.